[Guterres: Deeply Concerned About Escalation in the Middle East, Urges U.S. and Iran to Return to Dialogue and Negotiations] Golden Finance reports that on June 12, local time June 11, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres issued a statement expressing deep concern over the ongoing escalation in the Middle East and urging all relevant parties to fully resume the implementation of the ceasefire to prevent further deterioration of the situation. He also called on the United States and Iran to reach a peaceful, comprehensive, and lasting agreement through dialogue and negotiations. Guterres stated that he is deeply concerned about the escalating situation in the Middle East, including recent U.S.-Iran mutual attacks and the significant increase in hostile rhetoric. He urged all parties to fully restore the implementation of the ceasefire to avoid further worsening of the situation. He reiterated his warning that continued escalation could lead to a full-scale resumption of conflict, with unpredictable consequences for the region and the world, particularly for the most vulnerable countries. Guterres emphasized the need to respect navigation rights and freedoms in accordance with international law. He also called on all parties to fulfill their obligations under international law and take all feasible preventive measures to protect civilians. Guterres reaffirmed that sincere dialogue and negotiations are the only way forward. He urged the United States and Iran to redouble their efforts to promote the achievement of a peaceful, comprehensive, and lasting agreement to enhance regional and international peace and security. (CCTV News)